The 10 Best Things to do in Abando, Basque Country

February 26, 2022 Weston Hennigan

Travelers generally come to Bilbao to see the Guggenheim—some for the art inside, but many for the amazing building itself. The Fine Arts Museum and the Basque Museum may not have been designed by Frank Gehry, but are worth a visit, and you can catch international opera stars at the Palacio Euskalduna.
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1. Torre Iberdrola 360

Plaza Euskadi, 5 Planta 25 de la Torre Iberdrola, 48009 Bilbao Spain +34 944 35 43 49 [email protected] http://www.torreiberdrola360.com/
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Torre Iberdrola 360

Torre Iberdrola is the tallest building in Bilbao and northern Spain, with 115 meters high, inaugurated in 2012. This emblematic tower not only serves as an office for several companies, it also has a valuable vantage point on the 25th floor, where you can enjoy of a spectacular panoramic view of the city.

2. Viaje por la Ria de Bilbao

Edificio Albia I, C / San Vicente No 8 Piso 9 Departamento 1, 48001 Bilbao Spain +34 667 40 88 58 http://sailingandwine.es
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Viaje por la Ria de Bilbao

3. Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

Abandoibarra Et. 2, 48001 Bilbao Spain +34 944 35 90 00 [email protected] http://www.guggenheim-bilbao.es
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4.5 based on 17,393 reviews

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

American architect Frank Gehry is responsible for this architectural masterpiece: this fantastic chrome and metal creation houses a large collection of modern and contemporary art, a continuation of the Guggenheim legacy.

Reviewed By RicherTrips - Monterrey, Mexico

Even if you don´t like museums, even if you don´t like modern art, this place is a must. Forget about the art display, the building is the main attraction. If you´re lucky you may actually enjoy the collections and exhibitions (I enjoy immersing in "The matter of Time" by Richard Serra, and watching Kiefer´s "Sunflowers" and Jenny Holzer´s digital poetry). Before or after visiting the museum, take a slow walk around the building, since every spot gives a completely different view. And my favorite works of art are in the outside: "Tall Tree & the eye", by Anish Kapoor (the same that made the Bean for Chicago), Koon´s "Tulips", Buren´s "Red arches" on the bridge, Bourgeois´ spider: If your wander around long enough, you may catch the Fire Fountain and the Fog Sculpture. On the main entrance, Koof´s flowered Puppy isn´t my favorite.

4. Palacio de Congresos y de la Musica Euskalduna

Abandoibarra, 4, 48001 Bilbao Spain +34 944 03 50 00 http://www.euskalduna.eus
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4.5 based on 335 reviews

Palacio de Congresos y de la Musica Euskalduna

Reviewed By javiercard2017 - Bilbao, Spain

This is one of the most relevant buildings of what they call "The new Bilbao". It was built next to the river in the place where a well known naval factory stood and now thanks to its design has become a new icon in the city.

5. Bilbao Fine Arts Museum

Museo Plaza, 2, 48009 Bilbao Spain +34 944 39 60 60 [email protected] http://www.museobilbao.com
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Bilbao Fine Arts Museum

The Bilbao Fine Arts Museum is an art museum located in the city of Bilbao, Spain. It is the second largest and most visited museum in the Basque Country and one of the richest Spanish museums outside Madrid. It houses a valuable and quite comprehensive collection of Basque, Spanish and European art from the Middle Ages to contemporary.

Reviewed By 855ninac - Hampshire, United Kingdom

Interesting way to organise art - alphabetically. A wonderful collection of a wide range of art, old and new, side by side. The Zuloaga exhibition was an added bonus. Just a short walk from the Guggenheim & definitely worth including in your itinerary.

6. Azkuna Zentroa

Plaza Arriquibar, 4, 48008 Bilbao Spain +34 944 01 40 14 [email protected] http://www.azkunazentroa.eus
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Azkuna Zentroa

Azkuna Zentroa is the centre for art and culture located right in the heart of Bilbao and is housed in one of the most emblematic buildings of the city, the former municipal wine exchange market. Refurbished and restored by Philippe Starck, Azkuna Zentroa has a diverse cultural programme where art, knowledge, design, science, new technologies and literature converge, as well as a varied physical activity offering. A multipurpose and contemporary centre where disciplines, contents and the general public are interrelated, which increases the cultural level of the general public and contributes to the enrichment of Bilbao and its internationalisation.

Reviewed By radub - Cluj-Napoca, Romania

It's a modern structure inside a monumental old front walls, with a large public area with modern art, coffee bar, cinema, a municipality cultural center, and an amazing terrace restaurant on top east floor.

7. Palacio de la Diputacion

Gran Via Don Diego Lopez de Haro, 25 Avenida, 48009 Bilbao Spain +34 946 08 35 37 http://www.spain.info/es/que-quieres/arte/monumentos/vizcaya/palacio_de_la_diputacion.html
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Palacio de la Diputacion

8. Casilda Iturrizar parkea

Paseo Don Jose Anselmo Clave, 48009 Bilbao Spain http://www.bilbaoturismo.net/BilbaoTurismo/es/parques/dona-casilda
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Casilda Iturrizar parkea

Reviewed By gracielaa616 - Oakland, United States

Wlaking thru this beautiful park is abosultely worth, Impressive sculpture of Domna Casilda, nice fountains and well-kept gardens.

9. Oficina de Turismo de Bilbao

Plaza Circular, 1, 48001 Bilbao Spain +34 944 79 57 60 %[email protected] http://www.bilbaoturismo.net/BilbaoTurismo/en/oficinas-de-turismo
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Oficina de Turismo de Bilbao

Reviewed By Noraatc - Sudbury, United States

One of the very best tourist offices we have ever been to. Beautiful building inside and out, plenty of maps, booklets, media displays, excellent prompt service, very organized line (your number will be called) - superb and extremely helpful in getting some good knowledge before starting your Bilbao adventure.

10. Puppy

Salbeko Zubia s/n, 48009 Bilbao Spain
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Puppy

Reviewed By grahamc894 - Dunton Green, United Kingdom

Spectacular and loved by all ages. Possibly the most photographed tourist attraction in Bilbao. Beautiful colours and glorious when the sun shines. Jeff Koons is a genius. Not to be missed .Enjoy.

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